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Just three miles out of Aberdeen’s city centre, Mercure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel & Spa feels a million miles away. The moment you catch sight of it’s magnificent 19th century turrets and spires, its 30acres of beautiful countryside and its breathtaking views over the River Dee, you will quickly fall under its spell.

Part of this grand 19th century baronial mansion’s magic is the way our interior designer has opened it up to a breath of fresh air and an atmosphere of relaxed luxury that is very much of today. Vivid new tartans and printed fabrics in bold modern colourscomplement and highlight the ancient stained glass, hunting heirlooms and mosaics – so you feel the

house is grounded in tradition but not set in its ways.Here and there you will find a touch of humour tooand some intriguing surprises to make you smile – such as the specially commissioned acrylic portraits of some startlingly ‘Great Scots’ that make up our much-remarked-upon ‘Wall of Scots’.

Think of it as traditional Scottish hospitality andromance enlivened with a splash of 21st century attitude. We have put a great deal of care and craftsmanship into creating a place made for love, laughter and celebration – and we believe you and your wedding guests will love it as much as we do.

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You have probably been dreaming about this day all your life – and we understand that the prospect of making that dream a reality can be as daunting as it is exciting. But you can relax and rest assured that our dedicated wedding team spend their whole working life ensuring your big day’s everything you hope for and more.

After all, it is your personal vision of the ideal celebration that counts – and there lies the beauty of Mercure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel: it offers the very best of both worlds, modern and traditional. From highland reels, ceilidhs and string quartets to dance DJs and rock and pop bands; from a romantic, intimate gathering to a spectacular masked ball, just sit back and watch while our team works wonders within the budget you specify.

That includes everything down to the tiniest detail – advising on photographers, florists and entertainers,putting together your wedding breakfast menu, seating plans and table settings and even corresponding with your family and friends. And to make doubly sure everything goes without a hitch, you have your ownEvent Manager overseeing every thrilling moment of the big day.

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Whether it is a Marriage or Civil Partnership, the ceremony is the start of something very special: your life together.

And within these walls – and even outside on the rather splendid lawns – you are spoilt for choice for the perfect setting. Each of our function rooms is utterly and inspiringly different but they all revel in that signature blend of traditional Scottish style with a deftly modern lightness of touch.

A wall full of silver stag’s heads and artist Jo Miller’s vivid purple-framed paintings of dancing pipers watch over our self-contained Ballroom. Where better for you and up to 500 guests to celebrate in truly lavish style?

The more modestly sized but no less magnificentOgston, Crathes and Craigevar suites and the cosy, intimate Drawing Room comfortably accommodate 50-250 guests. Their artful refurbishment uses modern splashes of colour such as the bespoke wallpapers commissioned from Glasgow designers Timorous Beasties to highlight and complement original detail such as the hand-carved doors and the original owners’ coat of arms.

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Steeped as we are in Scottish tradition – and proud of our locally sourced and seasonal menus – we are as comfortable with the most sophisticated world cuisine as with a themed banquet. To whet your appetite, cast your eye over our selection of wed-ding menu packages – and feel free to ask your wedding planner about mixing and matching dishes.

If you have something particular in mind, no matter how exotic, don’t hesitate to let us know – because nothing excites our award-winning chefs like the challenge of creating a bespoke menu for you.

So whatever your taste or special dietary needs: a full-scale banquet, tapas-style nibbles or anything in between, lay down the gauntlet, give them a budget and watch their creative culinary juices flow.

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With the bridal suite, special rates on rooms and suites and complimentary use of our spa for overnight guests all wrapped up in your wedding package, the only thing you need to think about on the day is yourself, your partner and your new life together.

T: +44 (0)1224 860 643, F: +44 (0)1224 860 644, E: h6626-sb3@accor.com, W: www.ardoehouseblairs.co.ukMercure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel & Spa, South Deeside Road (B9077), Blairs, Aberdeen AB12 5YP

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Room hire for the wedding breakfastand evening receptionChoice of five canapés on arrivalGlass of Champagne on arrivalFour course wedding breakfastwith coffeeHalf-bottle of premium wineGlass of Champagne for the toastEvening buffet for day guestsTwo Privilege bedrooms for thebridal party on the wedding nightOvernight stay in the Blairs Suite onthe wedding night

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One-year gym membership for twoChair covers for the ceremony and wedding breakfastWhite table linen and napkinsRed carpet welcomeSilver cake stand and knifePrinted menus, table plan andplacecardsMaster of ceremoniesAnniversary dinner, bed and breakfast in an Original House room

PROPOSED MENU OPTIONS:

CANAPÉSCold Selection:Smoked Salmon Cornet, Sour CreamBeetroot Tart, Smoked Trout, WasabiConfit of Duck & Spring Onion, SesameLanark Blue & Red Onion BrochetteBresaola of Beef, Quail Egg, Sloe Gin Jelly

Hot Selection:Crab, Coconut & Chili CroquetteTiger Prawn & MangoVenison & Armagnac Bon BonBlack Truffle & Lanark Blue Arancini King Scallop in Parma Ham (£2.00 supp)

STARTERSSalad of Smoked Venison, Celeriac Remoulade, Truffle OilIberico Ham, Cantaloupe Melon, Endive, BalsamicTerrine of Angus Corned Beef, Piccalilli Puree, Apple, Rye CroutonsShetland Crab, Cucumber, Elderflower, RadishSalad of Bonnet Goats Cheese, Heritage Beetroot, Macadamia

SOUPSFrench Onion Soup, Gruyere CroutonOxtail Broth, Parsley OilCock O LeekieOrkney Crab & Lemongrass VelouteShellfish Bisque

SORBETPassion Fruit & MangoOrange Blossom & ElderflowerGreen ApplePeach SchnappsVodka & Cranberry

MAIN COURSEBreast of Barbary Duck, Squash, Pak Choi, Puy Lentil & Five Spice JusRack of Scottish Lamb, Lemon Myrtle & Mint Crust, Artichokes, Wild Mushrooms, Tomato JusLoin of Highland Venison, Croquette of Shoulder, Root Vegetable Lasagne, Raisin & Armagnac Sauce (£5.00 supp)Fillet of Angus Beef, Slow Braised Shin, Stroganoff FlavoursRisotto of Wild Mushrooms & Black Truffle, Pecorino Crackling

DESSERTFortunato No 4 Chocolate Tart, Matcha Tea Ice CreamFlavours of Scotland (Wild Berries & Whisky)Chocolate, Passion Fruit, Banana (Signature Dish)Buttermilk Mousse, Iced Fennel, Kirsch Marinated Cherries, Ginger BreadCranachan Flavours

EVENING BUFFETSlow Braised Pork Ribs, Angus & Oink BBQ Sauce, Pulled Pork Rolls, Vegetable Quiche, Sweet Potato ChipsOrSnack Rolls & Wraps, Mini Scotch Pies, Pork & Herb Sausages with Arran Mustard Mash, Angus Beef Burgers, Vegetable TartOrChargrilled Fajita, Flour Tortillas, Vegetable Jambalaya, Corn on the Cob, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Salsa, Cheese, Tortilla Chips

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Room hire for the wedding breakfastand evening receptionGlass of sparkling wine on arrivalThree course wedding breakfastwith coffeeHalf-bottle of house wineGlass of sparkling wine for the toastEvening buffet for day guestsOvernight stay in the ManireFeature Room on the wedding night

Red carpet welcomeWhite table linen and napkinsSilver cake stand and knifePrinted menus and table planMaster of ceremoniesThree-month gym membershipfor twoAnniversary dinner for two inBlairs Restaurant

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PROPOSED MENU OPTIONS:

STARTERSChicken Liver Pate, Beetroot Chutney, Endive, OatcakesLanark Blue & Tomato Tart, Rocket Salad, BalsamicTerrine of Smoked Chicken & Mushrooms, Tarragon Aioli, Lemon OilTerrine of Smoked Haddock & Spring Onion, Tomato & Coriander VinaigretteSalad of Watermelon & Feta Cheese, Watercress, Endive, Orange

SOUPSPea & Leek, Mint Crème FraicheVeloute of Squash, Black Truffle MascarponeScotch Broth, Picked HerbsVine Tomato & Roast Sweet Pepper, Sweet Basil CreamParsnip Veloute, Rosemary Oil

MAIN COURSESlow Braised Shin of Aberdeenshire Beef, Horseradish Mash, Chasseur SauceBreast of Corn Fed Chicken, Swede Puree, Whisky Cream SauceSlow Braised Shank of Lamb, Sweet Potato Puree, Balsamic & Mint SauceRoast Loin of Ayrshire Pork, Red Onion & Balsamic JusPithivier of Celeriac & Lanark Blue Cheese, Spring Onion & Martini Cream

DESSERTGranny Smith Apple Tart Tatin, Calvados Ice CreamSticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce, Muscovado Ice CreamPassion Fruit Cheesecake, Mango Ice Cream, Passion Fruit SyrupWhite & Dark Chocolate Terrine, After Eight Ice CreamLemon Tart, Raspberry Sorbet

EVENING BUFFETStovies, Vegetarian Stovies, Beetroot, OatcakesOrFish, Chips, Mini Pies

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Room hire for the wedding breakfastand evening receptionChoice of three canapés on arrivalGlass of sparkling Kir Royale on arrivalThree course wedding breakfastwith coffeeHalf-bottle of house wineGlass of sparkling wine for the toastEvening buffet for day guests

Overnight stay in the DevenickFeature Room on the wedding nightSix-months gym membership for twoRed carpet welcomeWhite table linen and napkinsSilver cake stand and knifePrinted menus and table planMaster of ceremoniesAnniversary dinner plus bottle ofwine for two in Blairs Restaurant

PROPOSED MENU OPTIONS:

CANAPÉSCold Selection:Duck Pate, Orange, CorianderPea & Mint Tart, Ham Hock MousseCorned Beef, Pumpernickel, Pickled RadishTomato & Goats Cheese Bouche

Hot Selection:Haggis Bon BonsMini Steak & Ale PieMini Yorkshire Pudding, Horseradish, Onion MarmaladeRed Onion & Lanark Blue Tart

STARTERSTerrine of Ham Hock, Textures of Peas, Piquillo PepperSimply Smoked Salmon, Rye Bread Croutons, Lemon, Black PepperPressing of Highland Game, Pistachio, Raisin PureeSmoked Duck Breast, Orange, Chicory, BalsamicTerrine of Grilled Vegetables, Olive Puree, Rocket Salad

SOUPSSmoked Haddock & Leek ChowderCream of Celeriac, Root Vegetable CrispsWhite Onion Veloute, ChivesCream of Wild Mushrooms, Truffle OilCarrot & Coriander

MAIN COURSEBreast of Free Range Scottish Chicken, Basil Mash, Chorizo VelouteRump of Scottish Lamb, Truffle Potato, Pea Puree, Lanark Blue, Port JusFillet of Pork, Slow Confit Belly, Carrot Puree, Ras el Hanout & Pineapple Pan JusSuet Pudding of Slow Braised Beef Cheek, Bourguignon, ParsleyLasagne of Wild Mushroom, Spring Onion Cream

DESSERTPlum & Almond Tart, Clotted Cream Ice CreamWhisky Bread & Butter Pudding, Marmalade Ice CreamWild Berry Terrine, Vanilla MascarponeDark Chocolate Delice, Passion Fruit SyrupBanoffee Pie, Chocolate Ice Cream

EVENING BUFFETTraditional Stovies, Pickled Beetroot, Arran Oatcakes, Selection of SandwichesOrSnack Rolls & Wraps, Curried Chicken Skewers, Sweet Potato FriesOrMeatballs with Tomato Sauce, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti, Garlic Bread

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P A C K A G E N A M E P E A K O F F P E A K E V E N I N G G U E S T S

Deeside Package £84.00 £76.00 £15.00Devenick Package £90.00 £82.00 £17.00Blairs Package £102.00 £92.00 £19.00

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Deeside Package £87.00 £79.00 £16.00Devenick Package £93.00 £85.00 £18.00Blairs Package £104.00 £94.00 £20.00

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Deeside Package £90.00 £82.00 £17.00Devenick Package £96.00 £88.00 £19.00Blairs Package £107.00 £97.00 £21.00

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Deeside Package £93.00 £85.00 £18.00Devenick Package £99.00 £91.00 £20.00Blairs Package £110.00 £100.00 £22.00

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WEDDING MENUSWe are here to help ensure that your wedding day is everything you wish for and more, so please think of the information about our menus and packages as suggestions and guidelines to help you choose. For example, vegetarian options are included in the package price and you are welcome to upgrade any of the beverages and wines proposed with each meal option. Subject to the number of guests staying at the hotel, we may also be able to offer a complimentary function room for breakfast the morning after. Whatever your preferences, simply talk through your ideas with your Wedding Co-ordinator, who will do their utmost to ensure they are fulfilled.

CEREMONY ROOM HIREMercure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel and Spa is licensed to hold Civil Marriage and Partnership Ceremonies for up to 70 guests in the Drawing Room (£750) or anything from 20 - 500 guests in our function suites or even al fresco in our magnificent grounds (£250).

GUEST NUMBERSPlease note that we do impose a minimum number of guests for each suite. For example, 80 day guests are required for Friday weddings and a minimum of 100 for Saturday weddings in our Ogston, Crathes and Craigievar Suites. If you prefer a smaller, more intimate celebration you may prefer our Fraser Suite. Peak months are June - August, off peak months are September - May.

EXCLUSIVELY YOURSPlease ask your wedding co-ordinator about our ‘Exclusively Yours’ offer available for weddings on Sunday to Thursday and limited Friday & Saturday dates.

BOOKING CONDITIONSTo secure your provisional booking we will need an initial deposit of £500 within 14 days, followed by a further deposit of 85% of the estimated wedding value six weeks before the wedding (or immediately if the big day is less than six weeks away) with the balance payable no later than a week before the wedding. All payments are non-refundable.

MENU TASTINGTo help you choose your perfect menu, we are happy to host a private menu tasting for up to four people at which you can sample two choices from each course and consult our chef for expert suggestions and advice. Menu tastings take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 2.30pm and 4.30pm, subject to availability.

ACCOMMODATIONWe offer special preferential accommodation rates for you and your guests the night prior and night of your wedding which includes breakfast and access to use our onsite leisure facilities. If you have a large number of guests staying at the hotel the night before the wedding we do advise you to make specific dining arrangements for them.

PRE-WEDDING CELEBRATIONSWhether it’s the night before your big day and you are looking for an informal buffet or BBQ or if it’s a pre-wedding celebration with the girls and boys, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable weekend. Ladies can enjoy a luxury pamper package and indulge in pampering and relaxation in the spa. For the boys, your wedding co-ordinator can help organise activities such as laser clay pigeon shooting, golf, archery and quad bikes.

OUTSIDE FOOD ANDBEVERAGE POLICYAll food and beverages served at your wedding must be provided, prepared and served by the hotel and must be consumed on hotel premises – none must be brought into the hotel without special permission, for which service, the hotel reserves the right to make a charge (except for wedding cakes). Please note also that corkage is not permitted.